[Remote] Risk Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Talemexa is seeking a Risk Analyst to evaluate financial and operational risk indicators, analyze business data, and identify unusual patterns. The role prepares reports and supports risk monitoring and mitigation to inform decision-making and improve operational resilience.

Responsibilities

• Risk Analysis: Analyze financial and operational data to identify potential risks, evaluate risk indicators, and assess their possible impact on business objectives
• Data Analysis and Validation: Collect, organize, validate, and interpret datasets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability in risk assessments
• Risk Reporting: Prepare detailed risk reports, performance summaries, and analytical presentations to communicate findings and support management decisions
• Trend Identification: Identify unusual data patterns, emerging risks, and significant variations in financial or operational performance
• Risk Monitoring: Support ongoing risk monitoring activities by tracking relevant indicators, reviewing performance metrics, and identifying changes in risk exposure
• Risk Mitigation: Assist in evaluating risk mitigation measures and recommend improvements to reduce potential financial and operational losses
• Financial Analysis: Review financial information, business performance indicators, and relevant metrics to identify potential vulnerabilities and areas requiring further investigation
• Reporting Tools: Use Microsoft Excel, SQL, and other analytical tools to extract, organize, analyze, and present risk-related information
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to gather information, investigate discrepancies, and communicate risk-related findings effectively
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance risk reporting procedures, improve data quality, and strengthen monitoring practices

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Familiarity with financial risk indicators, operational risk assessment, and risk monitoring practices
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookup functions, PivotTables, and data analysis techniques
• Familiarity with SQL for querying and analyzing structured datasets
• Understanding of data validation, reporting accuracy, and analytical methodologies
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Risk analysis and risk modeling fundamentals
• Microsoft Excel and data analysis
• SQL and database querying
• Financial analysis and risk assessment
• Risk reporting and performance monitoring
• Data validation and quality assurance
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Communication and report preparation
• Time management and teamwork
• Previous experience in risk analysis, financial analysis, business analysis, or risk reporting is preferred

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